Description
Indulge in the richness of this decadent chocolate mousse, a creamy dessert that promises to melt in your mouth and elevate any occasion. Perfect for celebrations or a cozy night in, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees impressive results.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g dark chocolate (ideally at least 70% cocoa for rich flavor)
- 300ml heavy cream, cold and ready for whipping
- 3 large eggs (separated into whites and yolks)
- 50g granulated sugar to sweeten the mix
- 1 tsp of pure vanilla extract for depth of flavor
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, gradually adding the granulated sugar.
- Gently fold the melted chocolate into the whipped cream, then fold in the beaten egg whites until just combined. Spoon the mousse into serving cups.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving. Garnish as desired.
Notes
- Opt for high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Ensure no egg yolk mixes with the egg whites for maximum fluffiness.
- Chill mixing bowls and beaters before whipping for better results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chocolate mousse, dessert recipe, easy chocolate mousse, creamy dessert, no-bake mousse